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Why do archaeologists use a datum point rather than simply measuring from the ground surface?

Why do archaeologists use a datum point rather than simply measuring from the ground surface?<br/>

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Asked by Tplord, Last updated: Nov 11, 2024

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John Smith

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Answered Jan 30, 2017

A datum point provides a universal reference point that can be used across any archaeological site, allowing archaeologists to easily compare data between excavations
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